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4 Skilling Dansk - Christian V
| Billon (.347 silver) | 1.224 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Denmark |
|---|---|
| King | Christian V (1670-1699) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1693-1694 |
| Value | 4 Skilling Danske, = 2 Skilling Lybsk (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Glückstadt - Speciedaler (1617-1773) |
| Composition | Billon (.347 silver) |
| Weight | 1.224 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#87732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Crowned oval Danish arms in cartouche surrounded by value in letters.
Script: Latin
Lettering: · IIII · SKILLING · DANSKE ·
Comment
some variants on reverse
- top of the shield
- with / without dots in legend
Interesting fact
The 4 Skilling Dansk coin from Denmark, minted between 1693 and 1694, features an error in its design. The coin was meant to have a portrait of King Christian V on one side, but due to a mistake, the engraver accidentally placed the king's crown on his shoulder instead of his head. This error has become known as the "inverted crown" variety and is highly sought after by collectors.
